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Gaucho - Covent Garden, London, Greater London

Gaucho - Covent Garden

4.3
4.3
457 Reviews
£26 to £40
Steakhouse

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 92 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Great for fine wines
Join us this December at Gaucho, where we’ll be serving up festive dishes and drinks with an Argentinian twist, perfect for corporate celebrations, Christmas parties and family gatherings!

Nestled in the heart of Covent Garden, our newest Gaucho location marks a return to London after a decade of regional expansion. Set within an extension of the iconic Royal Opera House, Gaucho adds a vibrant new chapter to one of the city’s most culturally rich districts.

Inspired by the artistic energy of Covent Garden and the passion of Buenos Aires' tango clubs, the design of the restaurant features striking elements that reflect both the local heritage and our Argentine roots.

On the ground floor, the atmosphere is bright and inviting—ideal for everything from Tango performances and relaxed business lunches to afternoon drinks. Downstairs, the basement offers a more intimate, theatrical experience, with rich, pleated curtain walls inspired by the dramatic red-draped stages of the West End.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Argentinean, Latin American
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–11:30 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:30 pm Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    020 7242 2222
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Private party facilities
    Searching for the ideal venue to host your next private event? Whether you're planning an intimate gathering, a grand party or an unforgettable celebration with an exclusive venue hire contact our Sales Manager, Cara at cara.claxton@rarerestaurants.co.uk to begin bringing your event to life.
  • Neighborhood
    Covent Garden
  • Cross street
    James Street & Floral Street
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    TUBE STATIONS: Covent Garden - 1min walk. Leicester Square - 10min walk. Charing Cross - 15min walk.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Experiences

  • Festive Set Menu

    £55.00 per person

    Dec 1, 2024 - Dec 30, 2024
    Join us this festive season and experience our delicious Festive Set menus, available for all occasions this December. Enjoy three courses for £55 per person on our Festive Set Menu available every day. STARTERS Loch Duarty Salmo Rillettes Superstraccia Salad Beef Carpaccio MAINS - all served with festive sides & chimichurri sauce Ballotine of Turkey Ancho 250g (ribeye) Grilled Celeriac Seabream FESTIVE SIDES to share Roasted Spiced Butternut Squash Roast Potatoes Hand-cut Chips DESSERTS Chestnut Semifreddo Chocolate Brownie Basque Dulce de Leche Cheesecake *All prices include VAT and a discretionary 13% service charge will be added to your bill. *Menu subject to availability.
    Festive Set Menu Photo
  • Steak Night Date Night - £70/£80/£90 per couple

    Multiple dates available
    Every Wednesday, join us for ‘Steak Night Date Night’ and dig into an epic sharing steak for two with sides, sauces and a bottle of red or white wine chosen by our team of sommeliers from £70 per pair. From a classic Chateaubriand, the centre cut of a fillet, to the Gaucho iconic cut Churrasco de Chorizo which is our spiral cut sirloin marinated in garlic, parsley and olive oil gather your partner or a few friends and family for the ultimate Gaucho dining feast. Churrasco de Chorizo 500g + 2 sides + 2 sauces for £70 Tira de Ancho 600g + 2 sides + 2 sauces for £80 Chateaubriand 450g + 2 sides + 2 sauces for £90 *A steak must be ordered between two people and cannot be split between three. *All guests must be dining on the offer.
    Steak Night Date Night - £70/£80/£90 per couple Photo
  • Cocktails & Steaks with Mates

    £65.00 per person

    Aug 30, 2024 - Dec 31, 2024
    Gather your tribe for Friday feasts! Kickstart your weekend in ultimate Friday fashion with our all-new sharing experience, expertly paired with our outstanding latest cocktail creations. WELCOME COCKTAIL Kiwi Gimlet or Yerba Maté Jasmine Fizz STARTER Salmon tartare tacos Empanadas Beetroot & smashed avocado tacos (ve) PAIRED COCKTAIL Margarita with Chimichurri Salt or Malbec El Chueco MAIN A sharing board of three cuts of steak served with bottomless chips & chimichurri sauce. 100g Churrasco Cuadril | 100g Chorizo | 100g Ancho DESSERT COCKTAIL The Alfajores
    Cocktails & Steaks with Mates Photo

What 457 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.2Service
  • 4.3Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • West End London

    Steakhouse

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Gaucho - Covent Garden offers a memorable dining experience with "outstanding food" and "amazing steak options." Guests praise the "efficient & friendly service" and the vibrant atmosphere, especially during the tango performances. While some guests noted service inconsistencies, the "great location" and "fantastic ambiance" make it a popular choice for special occasions.

457 Reviews
  1. Salvatore

    London

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Good experience! Great cuts of meat a md truly argentinean experience Thanks

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  2. Luke

    Kent

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful food, amazing service and the perfect setting was a great experience

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  3. Richard

    VIP

    London

    32 reviews

    4.0

    32 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went there for a pre theatre meal - service was excellent and steaks were good - desserts altogether disappointing- oat ice cream and apple crumble with no crumble ... otherwise lovely

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  4. Alejandra

    London

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Questo posto da argentino non ha nulla. Capitati giorno di Natale menù fisso. Decisamente non si adice al nome. Deludente

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  5. Dave

    London

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was very good especially considering how busy it was on Christmas Day. The food came out fast but we didn’t feel rushed and athe additions we requested were seen to in a timely manner. Very polite and friendly. The food was below average and definitely well under what I’d expect from Gauchos as a whole. Heated up frozen potatoes? Meat with little taste. Not overpriced for Christmas dinner on Christmas Day but I’d have paid more for better quality food. Overall it was ok, poor food but good service.

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  6. Viron

    Birmingham

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great service, friendly staff and the food/steaks are amazing. Will definitely visit again.

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  7. Ian

    Surrey

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food . Great atmosphere. Would definitely go back

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  8. Guy

    Cambridge

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on December 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really enjoyed ourselves and great service! The Mac and cheese was perfect

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  9. Joshua

    VIP

    London

    31 reviews

    3.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on December 18, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The steak was of very good quality cooked to Gaucho’s high standards. Very very busy & clearly popular Covent Garden Restaurant opposite the station.

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  10. Pat

    London

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Under whelmed. Nice enough but not wowed. Busy staff, understandably inattentive.

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FAQs

Gaucho - Covent Garden is rated 4.3 stars by 457 OpenTable diners.

Gaucho - Covent Garden does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 92 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Gaucho - Covent Garden

8-9 James St, London, Greater London WC2E 8BH

Additional information

  • Cross street
    James Street & Floral Street
  • Neighborhood
    Covent Garden
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–11:00 pm Fri 11:30 am–11:30 pm Sat 11:00 am–11:30 pm Sun 11:00 am–11:00 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Argentinean, Latin American
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    TUBE STATIONS: Covent Garden - 1min walk. Leicester Square - 10min walk. Charing Cross - 15min walk.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    020 7242 2222
  • Private party facilities
    Searching for the ideal venue to host your next private event? Whether you're planning an intimate gathering, a grand party or an unforgettable celebration with an exclusive venue hire contact our Sales Manager, Cara at cara.claxton@rarerestaurants.co.uk to begin bringing your event to life.
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